Heart Health Nutritionists and Dietitians in Austin, TX

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Jennifer Koslo
Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MS, RDN
Verified Verified
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They want expert guidance that aligns with their values—whether plant-based, heart-healthy, or performance-focused—so they can feel their best and maintain lasting well-being.
As an RDN, licensed dietitian, and certified personal trainer, I offer personalized nutrition counseling, Medical Nutrition Therapy, and practical strategies for sustainable, healthy eating—whether for weight management, performance, or overall well-being.
They want expert guidance that aligns with their values—whether plant-based, heart-healthy, or performance-focused—so they can feel their best and maintain lasting well-being.
As an RDN, licensed dietitian, and certified personal trainer, I offer personalized nutrition counseling, Medical Nutrition Therapy, and practical strategies for sustainable, healthy eating—whether for weight management, performance, or overall well-being.
(512) 661-7403 View (512) 661-7403
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Alma Celis
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
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As a Registered Dietitian with expertise in weight loss, heart health, and digestive wellness, I provide personalized care to help you reach your goals.
Do you feel overwhelmed trying to make healthy food choices or manage your nutrition? Struggling with weight management, digestive health issues, or the complexities of managing chronic conditions like diabetes? Nutrition shouldn’t feel like a battle—it should empower you to live a healthier, more confident life.
As a Registered Dietitian with expertise in weight loss, heart health, and digestive wellness, I provide personalized care to help you reach your goals.
Do you feel overwhelmed trying to make healthy food choices or manage your nutrition? Struggling with weight management, digestive health issues, or the complexities of managing chronic conditions like diabetes? Nutrition shouldn’t feel like a battle—it should empower you to live a healthier, more confident life.
(737) 232-7606 View (737) 232-7606
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Carly Leanza
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RDN, LDN
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Serves Area
Carly specializes in Adults, Adolescents, and Pediatrics with concerns related to Eating Disorders/Disordered Eating, Diabetes, Heart Health, GI Conditions (IBS, IBD, etc.), Weight Management, General Healthy Eating, Plant Based Diets, and Pediatrics.
Carly is a Registered Dietitian who is passionate about helping people live their healthiest lives while fostering a positive relationship with food. She believes in taking a holistic approach to address the complex relationship between nutrition, mental health, and chronic conditions. Carly provides a HAES-aligned, non-diet approach for her nutrition counseling and interventions and collaborates with her clients to find a nutrition lifestyle that is realistic and sustainable. She loves structure and routine while also embracing creativity to meet each client where they are at.
Carly specializes in Adults, Adolescents, and Pediatrics with concerns related to Eating Disorders/Disordered Eating, Diabetes, Heart Health, GI Conditions (IBS, IBD, etc.), Weight Management, General Healthy Eating, Plant Based Diets, and Pediatrics.
Carly is a Registered Dietitian who is passionate about helping people live their healthiest lives while fostering a positive relationship with food. She believes in taking a holistic approach to address the complex relationship between nutrition, mental health, and chronic conditions. Carly provides a HAES-aligned, non-diet approach for her nutrition counseling and interventions and collaborates with her clients to find a nutrition lifestyle that is realistic and sustainable. She loves structure and routine while also embracing creativity to meet each client where they are at.
(405) 267-4939 View (405) 267-4939
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Danielle Hendrix
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, CEDS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Specialties include Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Emotional Wellbeing, Wellness Counseling, Heart Healthy Nutrition, General Nutrition, IBS, Crohn's, Colitis, Vegan, Vegetarian diets.
Danielle is a Registered Dietitian who practices out of Health Loft. Danielle understands that making fulfilling, long-lasting, and healthful decisions requires patience and a solid client-provider relationship. Change can be challenging, and you need a supportive provider to help navigate the way as you create your own path. Danielle strongly believes that being healthy means not only taking care of our physical health, but also our mental health. Danielle understands that nutrition is not “one-size-fits-all”, and she will work to help you create a personalized plan of care to help you meet your goals.
Specialties include Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Emotional Wellbeing, Wellness Counseling, Heart Healthy Nutrition, General Nutrition, IBS, Crohn's, Colitis, Vegan, Vegetarian diets.
Danielle is a Registered Dietitian who practices out of Health Loft. Danielle understands that making fulfilling, long-lasting, and healthful decisions requires patience and a solid client-provider relationship. Change can be challenging, and you need a supportive provider to help navigate the way as you create your own path. Danielle strongly believes that being healthy means not only taking care of our physical health, but also our mental health. Danielle understands that nutrition is not “one-size-fits-all”, and she will work to help you create a personalized plan of care to help you meet your goals.
(470) 397-5913 View (470) 397-5913
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Eliza Cheng
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN
Verified Verified
Serves Area
In my practice, I encourage gentle nutrition from a weight-inclusive perspective to address conditions such as eating disorders, heart disease, women's health issues, family-based nutrition therapy, intuitive eating, and normalizing lab values.
Have you ever felt guilty about what you just ate? Do you find yourself frustrated and anxious when thinking about your next meal? Have you tried every diet but failed and are wondering how to eat? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, know that you are not alone. So, if you’re tired of skipping events to avoid food, binging after a date, feeling unsure about how meals and snacks should look after receiving a medical diagnosis, feeling anxious about preparing food in the kitchen, or if you're a little curious about what intuitive eating is - I am here to help!
In my practice, I encourage gentle nutrition from a weight-inclusive perspective to address conditions such as eating disorders, heart disease, women's health issues, family-based nutrition therapy, intuitive eating, and normalizing lab values.
Have you ever felt guilty about what you just ate? Do you find yourself frustrated and anxious when thinking about your next meal? Have you tried every diet but failed and are wondering how to eat? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, know that you are not alone. So, if you’re tired of skipping events to avoid food, binging after a date, feeling unsure about how meals and snacks should look after receiving a medical diagnosis, feeling anxious about preparing food in the kitchen, or if you're a little curious about what intuitive eating is - I am here to help!
(629) 302-3191 View (629) 302-3191
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Sehba Nasir
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD
Verified Verified
Online Only
I specialize in Medical Nutrition Therapy to help clients manage conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and gut issues.
My ideal client is someone facing a health challenge like diabetes, cardiovascular disease, or gut issues, and they need support in managing these conditions through nutrition. They want a sustainable, balanced approach to health, one that focuses on self-compassion and mindful eating rather than restrictive diets. Their goal is to feel better, improve their well-being, and achieve long-term health without the stress of rigid rules. I’m here to guide them with care, balance, and practical nutrition strategies.
I specialize in Medical Nutrition Therapy to help clients manage conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and gut issues.
My ideal client is someone facing a health challenge like diabetes, cardiovascular disease, or gut issues, and they need support in managing these conditions through nutrition. They want a sustainable, balanced approach to health, one that focuses on self-compassion and mindful eating rather than restrictive diets. Their goal is to feel better, improve their well-being, and achieve long-term health without the stress of rigid rules. I’m here to guide them with care, balance, and practical nutrition strategies.
(346) 769-1812 View (346) 769-1812
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Erin Lindorfer
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, MS, LD
Verified Verified
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Erin takes a "what can we add in" approach when it comes to nutrition rather than focusing on what to take away. She believes in supporting the entire you, so that you can feel confident in your nutrition changes for life. She has worked with many people on weight management, diabetes, heart health, and women's health concerns.
Erin takes a "what can we add in" approach when it comes to nutrition rather than focusing on what to take away. She believes in supporting the entire you, so that you can feel confident in your nutrition changes for life. She has worked with many people on weight management, diabetes, heart health, and women's health concerns.
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Frank Wyatt
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
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Whether you're undergoing cancer treatment, managing IBS, or striving to improve your heart health, I
Are you facing challenges with weight management, digestive health, or managing chronic conditions like diabetes? Do you feel overwhelmed trying to make sense of conflicting nutrition advice or creating a plan that fits your life? You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. I’m here to help you take charge of your health with personalized strategies designed to meet your goals.
Whether you're undergoing cancer treatment, managing IBS, or striving to improve your heart health, I
Are you facing challenges with weight management, digestive health, or managing chronic conditions like diabetes? Do you feel overwhelmed trying to make sense of conflicting nutrition advice or creating a plan that fits your life? You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. I’m here to help you take charge of your health with personalized strategies designed to meet your goals.
(737) 299-8300 View (737) 299-8300
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Clara Di Vincenzo
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78745
Medical Nutrition Therapy: Scientific evidence-based nutrition recommendations to manage diseases & chronic health conditions, including gastrointestinal disorders, diabetes, heart disease, and autoimmune conditions.
Healthy eating is not a one-size-fits all approach. Through a thorough assessment of your health history, physical symptoms, cultural background, social environment, individual nutritional needs, and relationship with food, I'll provide you with practical and reliable, science-backed nutrition guidelines individualized to your specific needs. We'll work together to develop a therapeutic diet plan that works best for you as an individual.
Medical Nutrition Therapy: Scientific evidence-based nutrition recommendations to manage diseases & chronic health conditions, including gastrointestinal disorders, diabetes, heart disease, and autoimmune conditions.
Healthy eating is not a one-size-fits all approach. Through a thorough assessment of your health history, physical symptoms, cultural background, social environment, individual nutritional needs, and relationship with food, I'll provide you with practical and reliable, science-backed nutrition guidelines individualized to your specific needs. We'll work together to develop a therapeutic diet plan that works best for you as an individual.
(512) 580-7658 View (512) 580-7658
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Jacqueline Ayoub
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78756
I am an expert in digestive/gut health (IBS-D, crohns, UC, GERD, SIBO), food allergies, food sensitivities, autoimmune diagnosis, PCOS, fatty liver, diabetes, thyroid disorders, heart health, and weight management.
Guide for making realistic, personalized dietary changes, vitamins/supplements when appropriate, lifestyle, menu planning, recipes, and incorporating wellness in a busy lifestyle.
I am an expert in digestive/gut health (IBS-D, crohns, UC, GERD, SIBO), food allergies, food sensitivities, autoimmune diagnosis, PCOS, fatty liver, diabetes, thyroid disorders, heart health, and weight management.
Guide for making realistic, personalized dietary changes, vitamins/supplements when appropriate, lifestyle, menu planning, recipes, and incorporating wellness in a busy lifestyle.
(512) 807-0768 View (512) 807-0768
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Samantha Larkin
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, MD, LD
Verified Verified
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Samantha combines her knowledge of functional nutrition with her passion for helping people make life-long habit changes to provide the best care possible. Samantha has helped a wide variety of people to improve their health, ranging from PCOS cases to those with heart disease.
Samantha combines her knowledge of functional nutrition with her passion for helping people make life-long habit changes to provide the best care possible. Samantha has helped a wide variety of people to improve their health, ranging from PCOS cases to those with heart disease.
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Healthy Eating RD Inc
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, CDE, LD
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78735
Weight management, pre-diabetes and diabetes, eating disorders and healthy relationship with food and body, irritable bowel, heart health and more.
Video tele-health available in numerous states and in office appointments available in San Diego and Austin. We accept most insurance plans. Individualized plans to work with your body's natural biology and chemistry to set the stage for success.
Weight management, pre-diabetes and diabetes, eating disorders and healthy relationship with food and body, irritable bowel, heart health and more.
Video tele-health available in numerous states and in office appointments available in San Diego and Austin. We accept most insurance plans. Individualized plans to work with your body's natural biology and chemistry to set the stage for success.
(619) 728-2477 View (619) 728-2477
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Paige Needles
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Specialties include digestive problems (IBS, SIBO, IBD, food intolerances, reflux+), diabetes, PCOS, heart health, weight management and body composition, metabolic health, women’s hormonal health, and general health and wellness.
Paige is a registered dietitian who enjoys working with diabetes, autoimmune disorders, and digestive issues. She blends her experience in both the conventional and functional health settings to offer a truly integrative approach to nutrition counseling. Her commitment to ongoing education ensures that she remains at the forefront of the latest advancements in nutrition science, enabling her to provide evidence-based and personalized recommendations. She strongly believes that education is the key to meaningful behavior change, so she empowers her clients with the information they need to make informed decision.
Specialties include digestive problems (IBS, SIBO, IBD, food intolerances, reflux+), diabetes, PCOS, heart health, weight management and body composition, metabolic health, women’s hormonal health, and general health and wellness.
Paige is a registered dietitian who enjoys working with diabetes, autoimmune disorders, and digestive issues. She blends her experience in both the conventional and functional health settings to offer a truly integrative approach to nutrition counseling. Her commitment to ongoing education ensures that she remains at the forefront of the latest advancements in nutrition science, enabling her to provide evidence-based and personalized recommendations. She strongly believes that education is the key to meaningful behavior change, so she empowers her clients with the information they need to make informed decision.
(848) 306-0658 View (848) 306-0658
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Chloe Hulton
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CDN, LDN
Verified Verified
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Looking to navigate digestive concerns, improve your heart health, fuel well for your sport, or simply improve your general health and well-being?
Chloe is also a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist and while she is not currently accepting new clients with active eating disorders, she is passionate about supporting those in the above populations who are seeking a weight-neutral approach or who have previously struggled with eating disorders and are seeking an informed approach to their nutrition care.
Looking to navigate digestive concerns, improve your heart health, fuel well for your sport, or simply improve your general health and well-being?
Chloe is also a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist and while she is not currently accepting new clients with active eating disorders, she is passionate about supporting those in the above populations who are seeking a weight-neutral approach or who have previously struggled with eating disorders and are seeking an informed approach to their nutrition care.
(475) 325-6100 View (475) 325-6100
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Daniela Jannette
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD
Verified Verified
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I specialize in eating disorders/disordered eating, emotional eating, diabetes or pre-diabetes, general health, heart health, sports & performance nutrition, chronic kidney disease, IBS, gut health, thyroid disorders, weight stabilization, weight loss medications, tube feeding (EN), total parenteral nutrition (TPN), and cancer.
I understand that life’s challenges are complex and unique to each individual. Busy schedules, limited nutrition resources, and complicated relationships with food are just some of the many factors that contribute to failed diet and lifestyle changes. I’m here to help you establish a healthy relationship with food and guide you through the connection between mind, body, and spirit to accomplish your goals. I firmly believe that wellness is a dynamic process of change and growth, “a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease“.
I specialize in eating disorders/disordered eating, emotional eating, diabetes or pre-diabetes, general health, heart health, sports & performance nutrition, chronic kidney disease, IBS, gut health, thyroid disorders, weight stabilization, weight loss medications, tube feeding (EN), total parenteral nutrition (TPN), and cancer.
I understand that life’s challenges are complex and unique to each individual. Busy schedules, limited nutrition resources, and complicated relationships with food are just some of the many factors that contribute to failed diet and lifestyle changes. I’m here to help you establish a healthy relationship with food and guide you through the connection between mind, body, and spirit to accomplish your goals. I firmly believe that wellness is a dynamic process of change and growth, “a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease“.
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Sofia Colantuono
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
She also works with clients interested in Heart Health, Body Image concerns, vegan/vegetarian diets, and others areas.
Sofia is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist specializing in working with adults and adolescents with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Digestive issues (IBS, IBD, Low FODMAP), Hormonal Imbalances (PCOS, etc.), and interested in Sports Nutrition. Sofia is passionate about helping others build a positive relationship with food and their bodies. Nutrition is not one-size-fits all, and Sofia believes in the importance of having a client-centered approach and providing personalized nutrition care. Her past experiences have driven her desire to help others reach lifestyle changes in a sustainable and practical way.
She also works with clients interested in Heart Health, Body Image concerns, vegan/vegetarian diets, and others areas.
Sofia is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist specializing in working with adults and adolescents with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Digestive issues (IBS, IBD, Low FODMAP), Hormonal Imbalances (PCOS, etc.), and interested in Sports Nutrition. Sofia is passionate about helping others build a positive relationship with food and their bodies. Nutrition is not one-size-fits all, and Sofia believes in the importance of having a client-centered approach and providing personalized nutrition care. Her past experiences have driven her desire to help others reach lifestyle changes in a sustainable and practical way.
(213) 263-4843 View (213) 263-4843
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Amanda Otruba
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN
Verified Verified
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I spent many years working in healthcare with a focus on medical nutrition therapy including oncology, kidney disease, heart health, and diabetes.
I take an individualized, client-centered approach to care with focus on a healthy lifestyle and intuitive eating. I don't believe there is a 'one size fits all' approach to nutrition and tailor sessions to each individual. We can talk about your experience with food, movement, and overall health to set achievable goals without completely restrictive diets.
I spent many years working in healthcare with a focus on medical nutrition therapy including oncology, kidney disease, heart health, and diabetes.
I take an individualized, client-centered approach to care with focus on a healthy lifestyle and intuitive eating. I don't believe there is a 'one size fits all' approach to nutrition and tailor sessions to each individual. We can talk about your experience with food, movement, and overall health to set achievable goals without completely restrictive diets.
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Hannah Byrne
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN
Verified Verified
Serves Area
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. My name is Hannah Byrne, MS, RDN, LDN and I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist . I completed my Bachelor of Science in Dietetics with a specialization in Health Promotion at Michigan State University and my Master of Science in Dietetics from D'Youville College. My goal is to help my clients achieve their health and wellness goals while also helping them realize that eating healthy is not only optimal for living their best life, but also can be really simple and fun.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. My name is Hannah Byrne, MS, RDN, LDN and I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist . I completed my Bachelor of Science in Dietetics with a specialization in Health Promotion at Michigan State University and my Master of Science in Dietetics from D'Youville College. My goal is to help my clients achieve their health and wellness goals while also helping them realize that eating healthy is not only optimal for living their best life, but also can be really simple and fun.
(848) 220-1823 View (848) 220-1823
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Natalie Vanbeek
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, MS, LD
Verified Verified
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Natalie understands that for those working through disordered eating patterns or an eating disorder, there is oftentimes a missing mind-body connection. Natalie believes it is imperative to work with patients to reconnect the mind and body to repair ones' healthy relationship with food, and doing so in a way that aligns with their lifestyle and personal values. Natalie approaches food and eating from a non-diet perspective, using Intuitive Eating principles and works with you from a weight neutral standpoint.
Natalie understands that for those working through disordered eating patterns or an eating disorder, there is oftentimes a missing mind-body connection. Natalie believes it is imperative to work with patients to reconnect the mind and body to repair ones' healthy relationship with food, and doing so in a way that aligns with their lifestyle and personal values. Natalie approaches food and eating from a non-diet perspective, using Intuitive Eating principles and works with you from a weight neutral standpoint.
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Natalie Olsen
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LD, ACSM-EP
Verified Verified
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Hi! I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Functional Medicine Practitioner, and Certified Exercise Physiologist. I focus on healing the body from the inside out, discovering the root cause of health issues, and filling nutrient gaps to bring balance back to the mind and body.
Hi! I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Functional Medicine Practitioner, and Certified Exercise Physiologist. I focus on healing the body from the inside out, discovering the root cause of health issues, and filling nutrient gaps to bring balance back to the mind and body.
(737) 234-8407 View (737) 234-8407
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Heart Health Nutritionists and Dietitians

How does nutrition affect heart health?

Nutrition plays a significant role in heart health, affecting conditions such as heart disease, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. Consuming too much saturated and trans fats can raise "bad" cholesterol levels, potentially leading to clogged arteries and heart disease. In addition, high-sugar and refined carb foods, common in the American diet, are often high in calories but low in nutrients. Abundant consumption of such foods can lead to conditions such as weight gain and diabetes, which put extra strain on the heart. Excess sodium intake is yet another dietary component that can impact heart health. Consumption of too much sodium can raise blood pressure, making the heart work harder. Conversely, eating plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats helps support heart health through the maintenance of healthy cholesterol levels and the reduction of inflammation.

What diet is best for heart health?

In general, experts recommend a plant-based diet high in fiber, healthy fats, and lean protein as the best nutrition approach to a heart healthy diet. The "Mediterranean diet," characterized by the consumption of lots of healthy fats, vegetables, beans, and whole grains is one common diet with abundant evidence supporting its efficacy in reducing blood cholesterol levels and preventing cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet is another common diet shown to reduce blood pressure and positively impact heart health; the DASH diet emphasizes the consumption of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low fat dairy products with a particular focus on reducing the consumption of saturated fats. Conversely, diets that include the consumption of large amounts of protein and fats—such as the keto diet and atkins diet—are generally not recommended for those with heart conditions or high cholesterol levels due to the high levels of saturated and trans fats such diets can include.

What foods increase one's risk of heart disease?

Foods high in saturated and trans fats, such as fatty meats, cream, butter, and pastries, can have a very negative impact on heart health. In addition, sweets, high-sugar drinks, and refined carbohydrates like white bread and pasta are usually good to avoid in order to positively impact heart health. Replacing saturated fats with unsaturated fat alternatives, such as consuming lean fish high in omega-3 fatty acids instead of red meat, is often a good strategy, as is replacing highly-processed and sugar-rich foods with alternative carbohydrates, such as fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.

Why should someone with heart disease see a dietitian?

Dietitians are specifically trained to use diet modifications to manage health, so individuals with heart disease may greatly benefit from seeing a dietitian to improve their cardiac health. Dietitians can help clients identify foods that support heart health, such as whole grains, as well as help clients eliminate foods that can place a strain on the heart when consumed in large quantities over time, such as saturated and trans fats. Dietitians can also help hold clients accountable for their nutrition and provide resources for other lifestyle modifications that support heart health, such as exercise, smoking cessation, and alcohol consumption reduction. Additionally, dietitians can assist in managing other chronic diseases often associated with heart disease, such as kidney conditions or diabetes.